Xiaomi 15 Pro vs Xiaomi 16
Compare Xiaomi 15 Pro vs Xiaomi 16 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6100mAh vs 5600mAh…
Xiaomi
15 Pro
$899
4categories won
Xiaomi
16
$849
9categories won
9 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 15 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 15 Pro claims the overall win over the Xiaomi 16, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the 15 Pro takes the lead, while the 16 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the 15 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the 16 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
15 Pro wins on endurance with 6,100 mAh and 90W fast charging.
16 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 16GB RAM.
15 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.
16 wins on budget and value at $849 compared to $899.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
15 Pro vs 16: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 15 Pro | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 1200 x 2670 |
| Pixel density | 522 ppiWinner | 460 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3200 nits | 3500 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | 15 Pro | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 |
| Process node | 3 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,810,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 9880 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | 15 Pro | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 5xWinner | 2.6x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 15 Pro | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,100 mAhWinner | 5,600 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 W | 90 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 W | 50 W |
Design
| Specification | 15 Pro | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 213 g | 184 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.35 mm | 7.8 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Aluminum frame, Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass front & back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | 15 Pro | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 6 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 15 Pro | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $899 | $849Winner |
Xiaomi 15 Pro
Engineering a massive 6100 mAh silicon-carbon cell into an 8.35mm frame, the Xiaomi 15 Pro brings a 5x periscope telephoto, 2K 3200-nit display, and Snapdragon 8 Elite efficiency to new heights.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,100mAh
Xiaomi 16
The Xiaomi 16 represents the gold standard for one-handed flagship smartphones, packing a 5,600 mAh silicon-carbon cell, 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, and triple 50MP Leica cameras into a pocket-friendly 7.8mm chassis.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,600mAh